Flat Bed » Custom Design
Standard Construction
** Specs will vary for aluminum flats, flats with hoists, and flats with other special requests **
Steel and Aluminum Weight Charts
Deck
Longsills
- Thick structural C-channel is used as a backbone for these flats
- Channel depth is determined by the length of the flat and whether a hoist is requested
Crossmembers
- Constructed with heavy gauge 3" channel
- Crossmembers are arc welded on 12" or 16" centers (length and other variables determine crossmember spacing)
Gussets
- 10ga Gussets interlock crossmembers and longsills to create a reinforced steel girder understructure
Rub Rail
- Heavy duty 1/4" thick angle iron provides the strength and protection needed to endure any knocks it may encounter down the road and at the job site.
- Angle iron rub rails protects and hides stake pockets to give the flat bed attractive clean refined sides
Stake Pockets
- Deep stake pockets are recessed into rub rail in 3' to 4' sections.
- Pockets are standard in every flat, giving you the option to easily add sides at any time.
Flooring
- 3/16" Checkerplate or smooth steel flooring will withstand high levels of abuse
- 1 3/8" Hardwood oak flooring is ship lapped, fastened to crossmembers, and painted black
- 1/8" Steel over hardwood flooring will turn your flat deck into a heavy duty work horse (extra)
Paint & Undercoating
- All flat decks are sandblasted, cleaned, and painted with a high quality durable acrylic urethane paint which demonstrates high levels of resistance to scratches, humidity, and general wear and tear.
- A tough industrial petroleum based undercoating is applied to the understructure protecting it from rust and corrosion for many years to come.
Mudflaps & Lights
- Thick rubber Wiltsie Truck Bodies mudflaps are mounted behind rear wheels.
- Taillights, three in a row clearance lights and all required lights are standard
- LED taillights, LED clearance lights, flood lights and, rear spot lights are available as extras
Front & Sides
** Front and sides can be built at custom heights **
Steel Fronts
- Reinforced steel fronts are a great way to protect your cab and complement the overall design of your flat
- Steel screened windows provide protection to the cab, driver, and passengers without eliminating your field of vision when backing up
- Steel front standard sizes come in 18" 24" 36" 48" and 60" heights
Stake Rack Sides
- Removable sides are constructed with oak stakes, 3/4" plywood, and steel lifting bars
- Oak boards are used to cap top edges of siding to increase durability
- Back corners are armored with satin coat steel to provide further resistance to wear and tear
- Hinged rear and sides provide easy access to the flat deck
- Standard sides come in 36" 48" 60" and 72" heights
- Sides are painted black unless another color is specified
- A removable hoop and pole tarp system is available with this style of siding
Contractor Sides (available in aluminum)
- Fold down or swinging tailgate and sides are available in steel or aluminum
- Fold down sides give quick access to cargo at any angle
- A back to front retractable tarp is available with this style of siding
Covered Sliding Tarp System
- Completely protects your cargo and turns your flat bed into a covered trailer
- This retractable tarp system gives you partial or full access to your cargo in minutes
- Many different colors, sizes, and options are available with this style of tarp system
Cargo Control
Winches
- Winches can be welded in a fixed position or installed on a sliding track
- Straps come in 2", 3", and 4" widths by 30' lengths
Floor Chain Tie Downs & D-Rings
- Self stored flush mount chain tie downs are available on steel frame flatbeds
- Recessed pan mount D-rings provide convenient anchor points for securing loads
Tool Boxes
- Under mount tool boxes provide a great way to securely store and protect your tools and equipment
- Tool boxes come standard in satin coat steel and are painted black (aluminum is extra)
- Tool boxes come complete with weather stripping and stainless steel locking hardware
- Standard sizes are 18" deep by 18" high and come in 3' or 4' lengths (custom sizes can be fabricated to fit your truck)
Power Tailgates
- Power tailgates are available in aluminum and steel platforms
- Railgates, tuck-aways, folding platforms, and above floor lift models are all available in a wide range of platform sizes and lifting capacities
Additional Options
Ramps
- Aluminum perforated slider ramps and undermount carriers are available in many different widths and lengths
- Ramps are equipped with lifting springs & hardware for easy handling
Landing Gear
- Equipping your flat with landing gear is a great way to keep your flat level and at dock height while loading cargo
Hoists
- Turn your flat rack into a multi functional work truck by installing a Mailhot hoist.
Towing & Hauling
- 5th Wheels, couplers, king pins, pintle hooks, trailer hitches, tow hooks, and shackles are available in a wide array of models
- Necessary hardware can be installed and calibrated for your trailer braking needs